With five years of HR experience spanning retail, warehouse, and medical industries, Luis is eager to bring his skills to charter schools. A Ferris State graduate and Grand Rapids resident for the past four years, he enjoys ballroom dancing, martial arts, traveling, and exploring new restaurants. He’s looking forward to growing with Choice Schools!
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Rob holds a BS in Information Technology from Southern New Hampshire University and brings over five years of IT experience. His career started in Georgia, led him to Michigan, and now to Choice Schools.
Autumn Hernandez joined us in 2022 as the HR Generalist supporting the Montessori model (FCMA, MMA, BCMA, SHCDC, and CMA)! Autumn completed her bachelor’s degree at GVSU in K-8 Education, and obtained a Professional HR Management certificate at MSU! She came to us with four years of HR experience – two from the courier industry and two from the utilities industry. Autumn and her husband, Damion, have been married almost three years, and share their home with three adorable cats—Cheddar, Lilly, and Buddy. She loves fantasy related movies like Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings, and watching comedy shows. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, meeting new people, and hosting dinners! Autumn is most looking forward to integrating her passion for education and human resources to support others at Choice! You can find Autumn in the shared HR workspace.
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Sara is our Director of Human Resources, leading the HR policies, procedures, and training. She joined the Choice family in 2017 after working for 10+ years in the non-profit sector. Sara has worked with adults and youth on career and educational exploration, attainment, and retention. She holds a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from Grand Valley State University and a Master’s in Youth Development from Michigan State University. Sara is passionate about creating and ensuring safe, empowering, and intentional places for children to learn and grow academically and personally. Sara enjoys working for Choice because she aligns with the organization’s goal of the overall well-being of the students being the highest priority. Sara will lead the human resources team assigned to the academy to develop & execute human resource best practices to ensure school leaders and employees are served well, happy, and healthy.
Robert Joined Choice School Associates in June 2022 as Finance Manager where he provides financial support to our schools. Robert came to Choice School Associates with a dozen years of non-profit finance experience and is very excited to expand his skills and knowledge in school finance. Robert graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Management. In his spare time Robert enjoys hiking, camping, traveling and spending time with his family.
Amelia Iracki is our Graphic Design and Web Specialist. She is a Ferris State University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in graphic design. She is passionate about building engaging narratives to elevate brands and enhance user experiences. Amelia comes to Choice Schools Associates with a wide range of experience, from video illustration and animation to creating various branded print and digital materials for marketing campaigns. She is excited to utilize their skills to positively impact lives by creating memorable and meaningful designs.
Bayleigh Ivan is our Social Media and Advertising Specialist. She leads our social media, advertising and branding efforts at Choice. She previously worked at Grand Valley State University, where she served as a social media graphic designer, and brings with her a tall list of multi-faceted experiences in design throughout many industries. Bayleigh has great experience in child care and children’s services, which will support our student-focused lens through her creative designs. She will support the academies by designing, creating, and coordinating brands so they are both visually and emotionally appealing to all of our audiences.
As the Director of Montessori Education and Development, Amanda works with both the Area Superintendent and Academic Excellence Team for Choice Schools Associates. As an undergraduate, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from Wayne State University and a Masters in School Principalship with a concentration in Charter School Leadership from Central Michigan University. Additionally, she also holds an Elementary II Credential from the American Montessori Society and has had formal training for Elementary I. Amanda’s Montessori journey began in 2009, as an Upper Elementary classroom teacher and emerged into leadership where she took on both active and interim Principal roles for two Montessori academies. Currently, she is the program coordinator and trainer of our Montessori Experience for all new teachers and works directly with Instructional Coaches at multiple academies.
